Mechanic
Palmer Bus Service
- Glenwood, Illinois, United States
- Glenwood, Illinois, United States
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*Job Purpose*
The Mechanic is responsible for performing a wide range of diagnostics, repairs and maintenance on school buses and other company vehicles.
*Duties and Responsibilities*
*Essential Functions*
* Determine vehicle condition by conducting inspections and diagnostic tests; identifying worn and damaged parts.
* Keep equipment DOT compliant by completing preventative maintenance scheduled, including, but not limited to; installing components, parts, or systems, such as, power and drive trains, electrical, fuel, exhaust system, braking, steering, hydraulics; air/hydraulic brakes; making adjustments and alignments including bearing loads, valve mechanisms, oil systems, control linkages, clutches, and traction units.
* Verify vehicle performance by conducting test drives and visual inspections.
* Maintain vehicle records by service and repair orders.
* Ensure all shop equipment is maintained and in good operating condition.
* Contain costs by using warranty; evaluating service and parts options.
* Maintain appropriate inventory of supplies, ensuring orders are placed and inventory is received.
* Maintain job knowledge by participating in educational opportunities; reading technical and regulation publications.
* Enhance maintenance department and organization reputation by accepting ownership for accomplishing new and different requests; exploring opportunities to add value to job accomplishments.
* Keep shop clean and organized.
* Keep shop manager / site manager updated on repairs and maintenance.
*Other Functions*
* Attend meetings, in-service training, workshops, etc. for the purpose of gathering information required to perform job functions.
* Perform other related duties as assigned for the purpose of ensuring the efficient and effective functioning of the maintenance
* department.
*Knowledge, Skills and Abilities*
Specific knowledge-based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include:
* Strong technical knowledge acquired through education or work experience.
* Possession of, or the ability to obtain, a valid Minnesota Commercial Driver’s License with passenger, school bus and air brake endorsements. Must maintain once acquired
* Knowledge of safety practices and procedures.
* Knowledge of MNDOT inspection requirements.
Specific skill-based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include:
* Able to perform diesel engine troubleshooting, overhaul procedures and tune-up on both mechanical and electronic engines.
* Able to perform maintenance and repair on electrical and electronic systems, steering and suspension, air and hydraulic brake systems.
* Able to diagnose, repair and overhaul of clutch, transmission and drive axles.
* Able to adhere to all safety practices.
* Able to prepare and maintain accurate records.
Specific ability-based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include:
* Be reliable and capable of working independently.
* Strong diagnostic skills to identify service requirements.
* Be attentive to detail.
* Display tact and courtesy, establishing and maintaining effective working relationships.
* Able to communicate with diverse groups.
Requirements
*Physical Requirements*
The usual and customary methods of performing the job's functions require the following physical demands:
* Usually work indoors. May occasionally repair buses on the road.
* Sometimes work with hazardous equipment, tools, situations, and conditions.
* Wear company issued uniform.
* Work inside various types of buses. Often test drive them before, during, and after repairs.
* Wear protective / safety gear as required.
* Lift and carry up to 50 lbs.
Salary Description
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $22.00 - $30.00 per hour
Benefits:
* 401(k)
* 401(k) matching
* Dental insurance
* Employee discount
* Flexible schedule
* Health insurance
* Health savings account
* Life insurance
* Paid time off
* Referral program
* Retirement plan
* Tuition reimbursement
* Vision insurance
Ability to Relocate:
* Glenwood, MN 56334: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
Sprachkenntnisse
- English
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